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maverick 07-27-2009 06:23 PM

Some pics (pic heavy)
 
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Alright guys, here are some pics of the latest state of my bike. I made the subframe, and powdercoated it of course, myself, and made the seat. I also fabbed up my exhaust, and mounted a new muffler and strap. I know this isn't for everyone, but I'm the one who has to ride it. The back is reflective because frankly I like the way it looks AND it tell people to get the fuck off my ass when I ride at night. It's pretty damn visible... The seat isn't pretty but it's comfy as hell and form fitted to my ass in particular. Like I said it ain't for everyone but I dig it. Let me know what you assholes think. Oh and disregard the heat wrap that looks like a candy cane... I had to unravel it a bit to make it longer, and I'm not about to pay 50 bucks for two foot of wrap...
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MTHAWK 07-27-2009 06:41 PM

Thats an awesome machine!

maverick 07-27-2009 06:49 PM

Sweet his first post was about me lol

lazn 07-27-2009 07:52 PM

Looks good! Only thing about it that I'd do different is provide some means of bringing a chick along with.. But a guy's guy like you I guess doesn't need chicks ;) lol

All kidding aside, I think this is an improvement from the already highly modded state you got it in.

steve.g 07-27-2009 08:07 PM

looks cool.........nice one!

gboezio 07-27-2009 08:07 PM

I like it !!
Got to love that exhaust tape and I like the touch under the muffler bracket so it won't scratch.
I hope that the single rad will cool enough, but testing is the fun part...right :D

L8RGYZ 07-28-2009 08:32 AM

Bet that b1tch is loud!

captainchaos 07-28-2009 10:12 AM


Originally Posted by maverick (Post 228614)
Let me know what you assholes think.

LOL must be talking to me...It looks pretty mad, I dig it ;)

FL02SupaHawk996 07-28-2009 10:48 AM

nice, now fix the headlamps on the vette will ya!

LOL!

swordfish 07-28-2009 10:50 AM


Originally Posted by captainchaos (Post 228718)
LOL must be talking to me...It looks pretty mad, I dig it ;)

yeah, MADMAX. I thought that first reflector pic was going to blind me. nice job. you will definitely be seen.

Hotbrakes 07-28-2009 12:12 PM


Originally Posted by lazn (Post 228639)
Looks good! Only thing about it that I'd do different is provide some means of bringing a chick along with.. But a guy's guy like you I guess doesn't need chicks ;) lol

When you're good they'll come to you.

What are you using for guages and handlebars? Did you get custom length brake lines?

maverick 07-28-2009 12:17 PM

thanks guys! well it's a veypor computer, and just motorcross bars from the local motoparts store. I think they were around $14. And the lines are kevlar, and they were put on by the last owner, but he still had clipons so it's anyone's guess on the length. And yeah it's a bit loud. Here's a sound clip.
http://i213.photobucket.com/albums/c...h_106_0039.jpg

hondavtr1000sp2 07-29-2009 01:22 AM

Great work,nice street fighter,can you let us know how it is running with the single rad(how is the temp?)Also how do you find the single muffler(same,better or not as good?)Thanks.

Fozzy Bear 07-29-2009 03:13 AM


Originally Posted by maverick (Post 228614)
Let me know what you assholes think.

Everyone seems to like it

Personally, I think it looks like shit. But it sounds pretty good.

You did ask for opinions though and as long as you are happy, it matters not what I think

captainchaos 07-29-2009 05:39 AM


Originally Posted by Fozzy Bear (Post 228865)
Everyone seems to like it

Personally, I think it looks like shit. But it sounds pretty good.

You did ask for opinions though and as long as you are happy, it matters not what I think

I think it's cool the same way I think the old BMW at my local home depot is cool-the guy covered the ENTIRE bike with flat black paint-EVERYTHING. I wouldn't do it myself and yeah it's ugly but I still smile whenever I see it.

vtred 08-01-2009 09:45 AM


Originally Posted by hondavtr1000sp2 (Post 228861)
Great work,nice street fighter,can you let us know how it is running with the single rad(how is the temp?)Also how do you find the single muffler(same,better or not as good?)Thanks.

I also would like to know how it runs with the single radiator. I am turning my '99 into a naked bike and I looked at putting the radiator with the fan behind the forks, but I did not think it would fit. Does the front wheel or fender hit the radiator at all when the suspension compresses?

I have already relocated the oil cooler to the same place you have, so no problems there.

finepooch 08-01-2009 11:12 AM

hahaha, like a pug, so ugly it's cute. not that your bike is cute, well, you know what i mean!

it sounds better than i figured it would.

i respect your rear safety reflector but the tiny led brake light has me scratching my head, and laughing.

your seat looks comfy, and pretty good. i made a seat for my rc51 and i know what's involved there. nice work.

maverick 08-01-2009 11:47 AM

Thanks guys. I'm telling you, the LED brake light is VERY bright. I'll try to get some good pics of it from behind so you can see. Also, unfortunately I had one can when I got the bike, so I can't give a good comparison, also, I never had a temp guage, but it seems to run just fine with the single radiator, i have never had it overheat (i.e. steam, or boiling over or anything)

And yeah fozzy it's pretty fuckin ugly, but do you wanna race? :P

nuhawk 08-01-2009 12:29 PM


Originally Posted by swordfish (Post 228731)
yeah, MADMAX. I thought that first reflector pic was going to blind me. nice job. you will definitely be seen.

Hahaha! My first thoughts exactly but that didn't make me like it any less.

It was inspiring in fact. I got the 'storm of moving the rear brake res (or just blow the rears completely) so as to route the exhaust up through there for an undertail exit.

A couple heat shields could make it look rad. Keep experimenting, as your skills improve - you will find new ways of making things work together.

Rock on!

seb421 08-08-2009 06:31 AM

that is fucking horrible, looks like you found it in a bin!

the rest of you should be honest too

JamieDaugherty 08-08-2009 08:54 AM

I love how that thing sounds. Thanks for posting the video clip!

supermatt996 09-05-2009 01:13 PM

good job

maverick 03-23-2010 08:18 PM


Originally Posted by seb421 (Post 230295)
that is fucking horrible, looks like you found it in a bin!

the rest of you should be honest too

lol I just read this. that's awesome. thanks for not sugarcoating it, I guess.

dick.

RWhisen 03-23-2010 08:27 PM


Originally Posted by maverick (Post 258985)
........dick.

LOL

Now that's funny!

spladle160 03-23-2010 08:34 PM

The square tail and super long exhaust hanger (among other things) Don't work for me and I don't understand a giant reflector if a small single cheap led bulb just sitting there off center is your brake light. Turn signals/running lights for added safety, nah who needs those when you have a big reflective square. All rude belittling of a project I have no right to judge aside the thing sounds fabulous and the rad up front is nice assuming full functionality. If you like it screw everyone else and go riding... right after you put the vette to sleep

maverick 03-23-2010 08:42 PM

I'll have you know the light is both centered, and much, much more visible than a stock brake light. Also, if all you care about it safety, you don't belong on a motorcycle. Take the bus, it's got plenty of running lights AND turn signals for you.

captainchaos 03-23-2010 08:56 PM


Originally Posted by seb421 (Post 230295)
that is fucking horrible, looks like you found it in a bin!

the rest of you should be honest too

HAHAHAHA that's awesome. I'd take it as a compliment. Maybe you should just slather everything in flat black-that should really piss a few people off ;)

maverick 03-23-2010 08:59 PM

I did! It's my new signature!

spladle160 03-23-2010 09:28 PM

you put a giant reflective sticker on your ass I figured it wasn't just for the look and I'd love to know the view angle on those leds

residentg 03-24-2010 01:29 AM

I'm diggin' the date on the photos - post apocalyptic.

JB


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